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Episode 3 – Marketing Higher Ed to the Way Gen Z Thinks

In This Episode

Today, more than half of all Gen Z individuals identify as neurodivergent: the way their brain chemistry functions is not quite the same as what has been considered “typical”. Not only is this a large demographic, but this is a large pocket of humanity as well, and though it may seem daunting to try and figure out all the changes you must make to include them in your messaging, Kirsten is here to give you the nutshell: with just a few simple changes, you will be ready to roll.

What You’ll Learn

  • Neurodivergence is prevalent among Gen Z, and what that means for how you communicate.
  • Simple, practical ways to make your messaging more inclusive and effective for neurodivergent audiences.
  • How small adjustments can lead to stronger engagement with a large and often overlooked demographic.
  • How thoughtful, audience-aware messaging helps your brand truly connect and drive action.

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